6 Recipes That'll Take Your Love Of Chocolate To A Whole New Level

Everything's better with chocolate. For instance, chili or chicken or pumpernickel bread. Or gingerbread or posole or pork. Forget your cocoa preconceptions—this culinary wonder is good for way more than just dessert.

1. HEAT oven to 325°F. Puree tomatoes (with juice), onion, guajillos, chipotles with sauce, almonds, raisins, chocolate, garlic, oil, cumin, cinnamon, and 1 tsp kosher salt in blender until smooth and creamy, about 5 minutes. (Add as much as ½ cup water, if necessary.)2. TRANSFER to large Dutch oven or heavy pot and bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Add chicken to pot, cover, and place in oven. Cook until chicken is very tender and sauce has thickened, 60 to 75 minutes. Serve with ½ cup sauce and cooked rice, and garnish with cilantro.

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